Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon

DEC

12-13

2026

A weekend coastal running festival in Biloxi and Gulfport featuring a USATF certified full marathon from Pass Christian to Biloxi, a half marathon, 5K, kids mile, beer miles, relays, assisted options, and a finish festival.

12-13 Dec 2026

Biloxi, Mississippi

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26 miles 13 miles 5 kilometers

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Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon : 10th Anniversary

The event weekend takes place December 12–13, 2026 along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, centered at Keesler Federal Park in Biloxi with packet pickup activities in Gulfport. The weekend program includes multiple race distances, youth and specialty races, and a finish festival with food, beer, and a jumbotron.

The full marathon follows a USATF certified Boston Qualifier route along the coast from Pass Christian to Biloxi and is described as flat and BQ-friendly. Time limits apply: the full and half marathons must be completed within six hours. The half marathon offers coastal views over 13.1 miles. A 5K and a 1 mile Kids Marathon are held on Saturday at Centennial Plaza Resort in Gulfport. A beer mile and beer mile relays take place on the Shuckers Stadium warning track; each lap requires consumption of a provided 12 oz beer and participants must be 21 or older. Relay teams may consist of two to four runners.

Assisted race entries are available for full, half, and 5K distances. Runners who complete the Saturday 5K and a Sunday race are eligible for the Double Down challenge medal.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.